Technical Standards Officer

**Technical Standards Officer**:

- Melbourne, VIC, AU, 3000

**About us**:
At United Energy (UE), we’re proud to deliver electricity to 715,000 Victorian customers every day through our network of poles and wires. But more than that, we’re here to power communities, support local businesses and keep critical services running smoothly, we’re essential to them all - and none of this happens without our people.
We believe in an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone feels safe, valued and respected. From offering great benefits to creating real opportunities for growth, we’re committed to
supporting you, your career and wellbeing. It’s why our people stick around, whether you live in Melbourne or across regional Victoria, we’re doing the work where it matters most - right in your own community.
As Victorians electrify everything from homes to transport, we’re focused on ensuring our networks are ready to meet that demand.
If you want to be part of something essential, be essential with us.

**About the Role**:
We currently have an exciting 18-month maximum term role available in our highly engaged, collaborative and capable Technical Standards Engineering team.
As a Technical Standards Officer in this pivotal role, you’ll be at the forefront of aligning engineering standards between CitiPower/Powercor (CP/PAL) and the UE network, ensuring seamless integration and long-term success. Your expertise will be the driving force behind harmonising processes, enhancing compatibility, and increasing productivity.
Work across two dynamic organisations, you will gain a deep exposure to different engineering practices and methodologies. You will be involved in making high-level strategic decision, directly shaping the future of both businesses, leaving a lasting legacy of efficiency and excellence.
This is a fantastic opportunity for all high performing individuals looking to advance their career and make a lasting difference in the energy industry. Don’t miss out

**In this role you will**:

- Manage the harmonisation of Standards and Specifications between CP/PAL and UE.
- Align and update CP/PAL Technical Standards with UE standards.
- Update and test the SAP material estimating system to accommodate UE-specific requirements.
- Draft diagrams and drawings as required for use in standards.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to review and finalise harmonised technical standards.
- Review and update UE service delivery processes to support harmonised standards.
- Assist in rolling out the harmonised standards, including conducting training sessions, demonstrations, and presentations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth adoption and long-term success.
- Provide user support and troubleshoot issues during the transition phase.

**What You’ll Bring to United Energy**:

- As a minimum, Certificate IV in Electrical Technology, Associate Diploma in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent tertiary qualification. High qualifications (i.e. Bachelors degrees) will also be considered.
- Familiarity with CP/PAL and UE standards and in-depth knowledge of applicable standards in the electricity industry.
- Expertise in overhead and underground distribution design, substations, and sub-transmission systems.
- Proficiency in GIS, AutoCAD (or equivalent), and SAP material estimating systems.
- Strong communication skills and a solid understanding of safety in design practices.
- Knowledge of construction methods and techniques.
- Solid working experience in electrical distribution or sub-transmission design.
- Practical experience with CP/PAL and UE standards and SAP material estimating systems.
- Hands-on experience in AutoCAD, design processes, and stakeholder engagement.

**Your career with us**:
We have a diversity of teams across our business, all contributing to great customer and community outcomes. Our people are our most important asset, and we continually invest in nurturing their capability.
We proudly strive to provide a safe, inclusive and sustainable environment where all our people feel respected, valued and supported to bring their whole selves to work and be the best they can be.
With an embedded Inclusion & Diversity Strategy and initiatives like our Women in Power networking group, and Sparkle, our LGBTIQ+ allies pride network, we’re committed to equal opportunities for all employees.
Our greatest priority is the health, safety and wellbeing of our people and the communities we operate within. This includes their physical safety - ensuring everyone gets home safely everyday - as well as their psychological safety, by ensuring everyone has the resources and support needed to achieve a work-life balance and be the best they can be.

**What’s next?**
- If you require adjustments as part of the recruitment process to accommodate your needs, please don’t hesitate to discuss these with us._

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